Lane closures, traffic pattern changes for Bay Bridge scheduled for March 15-21

MARYLAND (WBFF) — The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) announced lane closures and traffic pattern changes for the Bay Bridge (US 50/301) scheduled for the week of March 15 to 21, 2026.

All work scheduled to be performed is weather permitting, and lane closures, as well as closure times, are subject to change depending on traffic volumes and other work variables.

The westbound span is scheduled to be closed on Sunday from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for preservation work, and a two-way traffic pattern will operate on the eastbound span during this time.

The eastbound span will be closed during the following days and times for preservation/maintenance work:

• Monday through Wednesday from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Thursday from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Friday from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Saturday from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Two-way traffic will operate on the westbound span during the closure of the eastbound span.

The nighttime closures are for the eastbound bridge deck replacement project. For more information on that project, visit: Bay Bridge Eastbound Deck Replacement Project | MDTA.

Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., one lane on the westbound span is scheduled to be closed for preservation/maintenance work.

The MDTA notes that headlights must be on at all times while driving on the bridge.

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